Johnsburg High School

The ILLINOIS NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR is on March 7th @ Moraine Valley Community College from10 am – 1 pm.
Student registration is now open for the Illinois National College Fair (INCF)! Sign-up to attend and connect with colleges and universities from around the country for free. Sign up at strivefair.com.
During the INCF, you will have the chance to talk to many different colleges. You and your family can ask questions of the college representatives as well as visit the Q&A booths to get general topic information such as application process, financial aid, athletics, and more!

Fabricators and Manufacturers Association/SparkForce provides scholarships twice per year to students pursuing degrees or certifications that will lead to manufacturing careers*. (*See approved fields of Study at website)
Minimum GPA of 2.5 for trade, community or tech college and 3.0 for university students. For full requirements/details/application, go to link. Deadline is March 31, 2026 https://www.fmamfg.org/foundation/scholarships

The Norwegian National League offers a scholarship program to encourage the study of Norwegian heritage. Applicants must be of Norwegian ancestry, reside in McHenry County, have a minimum GPA of 3.0. For complete details and application, go to link.
Deadline is March 1, 2026
https://www.nnleague.org/Documents/2026-NNL-scholarship%20forms/2026%201000%20%20(12)%20application.pdf

The Ruth Limpers Scholarship is funded in part by the Illinois Government Finance Officers Association. Three scholarships in the of $2,000 each are available for students interested in Government Finance. For full requirements/details/application, go to link.
Deadline is April 1.
https://www.igfoa.org/content/documents/rlsf_application_form_revised_-date_only_8.20.2024.pdf

Voting for Senior Superlatives is now open! You can find the link to vote on the Senior Class Google Classroom page. Voting is open until 10:30 AM on Friday, February 20th. PLEASE VOTE ASAP!!

Good Shepherd Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships are for students who will major in a Health Care Professional field. Eligibility criteria, Information & application online at link. Deadline is May 15, 2026. https://catchpennyresaleshoppe.com/scholarship-application

Fire Trustees Assoc. of McHenry Co. offer the The Lester F. Macho Scholarship for a graduate of a McHenry Co. school who plans on attending an accredited college in the Fall, 2026 to study for a Fire Service/EMS Career. Applications are in the CCRC.
Deadline is April 1, 2026.

Illinois Restaurant Assoc. offers varying scholarship amounts for students pursuing degrees in culinary arts and/or hospitality management. Go to link for full qualifications/application. Deadline is May 1, 2026
https://www.illinoisrestaurants.org/page/IRAEFScholarships

Congratulations to Mrs. Furrenes' class who knew a character's line from the "The Fast and the Furious" for our Friday Fun day

McHenry Garden Club provides up to $3,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors who live in McHenry County. Requirements include providing a copy of acceptance letter from selected school, non-official transcript showing at least a GPA of 3.0, 2 letters of recommendation. More information and applications in the CCRC. Deadline is April 1, 2026.

McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society is offering a $1,000 scholarship for a student that resides and graduates in McHenry County. Application includes essay (topic on application), 2 letters of recommendation and more. For complete requirements and application, go to link. Deadline is May 6, 2026. https://www.mcigs.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=768022&module_id=749230

The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County offer the Alice & Bill Howenstine Scholarship to high school seniors interested in pursuing college studies related to the fields of environment, sustainability and conservation. Up to 3 – $2,000 scholarships available. Complete details/application at link. Deadline is April 1, 2026. https://mcdef.org/scholarship-and-internships/

The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) is a nonprofit dedicated to increasing Latine representation in the actuarial field by providing scholarships, mentorship, and career-building opportunities. Scholarships are open to all students who will be attending a US college/university next school year and are interested in a math, business, or related field. Winners can receive awards up to $7,500. Students can apply for this scholarship from now through March 31 by using the registration link below:
https://members.latinoactuaries.org/page/OLA-Scholarship-Avanza-2026

Parents and students, please join us on Wednesday, February 25th for JHS Band Night! Meet the high school band staff and learn about all of the opportunities available for Johnsburg High School students in the band department. No music experience required—all are welcome!

The Lil Dribblers Basketball Program Scholarship is for a senior that was a Coach in the Lil Dribblers Basketball Program. Requirements include completing the application and an essay. Applications are in the CCRC. Deadline is April 20, 2026

Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois offers a $1,000 scholarship (with an additional $1,000 if student achieves a GPA of over 3.0 after completing 1st year and continuing with their education. To be eligible, they must have participated in the program during their 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, or 7th grade years (or maybe all!), minimum 3.0 GPA. Details/applications in the CCRC.
Deadline is April 2, 2026.

Junior Night is tonight for you and or your parents! 7pm in the JHS Auditorium. We will talk about the college application process, the ACT and scholarships!

Cheryl Rabine Foundation Scholarship is now open. Requirements include: financial need based, 3.0 or higher GPA, full-time attendance at an accepted 4-year post-secondary educational institution, philanthropic involvement detailed in an essay. Applications in the CCRC.
Deadline is April 25, 2026

Local Lankford Construction wants to help support your future in the construction trades by offering this scholarship for those who will be studying construction management, engineering or will be enrolling in a 2 year technical college for the trades full-time (12+ hours). Applications in the CCRC. Deadline is April 10, 2026.